are accesories necessary I saw on a tv sale show this 4th generation ipod shuffle for $99, but it came with 2 earphone sets, splitter, car adapter, retractable audio cable and power adapter. i only need and want a lightweight item that i can download itunes from my desktop computer(dell-window vista) intel pentium to have a few song to listen to when the rest of the family is watching tv. do i need these extra things and is the price too high? HELP IM NEW @ THIS...TKS are accesories necessary I saw on a tv sale show this 4th generation ipod shuffle for $99, but it came with 2 earphone sets, splitter, car adapter, retractable audio cable and power adapter. i only... » Read More are accesories necessary I saw on a tv sale show this 4th generation ipod shuffle for $99, but it came with 2 earphone sets, splitter, car adapter, retractable audio cable and power adapter. i only need and want a lightweight item that i can download itunes from my desktop computer(dell-window vista) intel pentium to have a few song to listen to when the rest of the family is watching tv. do i need these extra things and is the price too high? HELP IM NEW @ THIS...TKS « Show Less
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Anne Graham,If you are talking about the First, Second, or Fourth Generation iPod Shuffle then you do not need to use the headset provided by Apple. If you are talking about the Third Generation iPod Shuffle then you need to use the headset provided by Apple, or purchase a Belkin Headphone Adapter to go with your own personal headset.Belkin Headphone Adapter with Remote for Apple iPod ShuffleGodspeed!~SWWPD
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That's a lot of junk for no reason. The 4th generation charges from your USB serial port. You just need a basic 2 Gb model for $45.
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Is it necessary to use the headset that comes with the shuffle or can any headset be used. I really don't like what comes with the shuffle.
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Get ANYTHING except a ipod and you'll have no problems syncing or transferring mp3s. I recommend getting a cheap $20 player, so when it breaks(and it will) you're not out a crapload of money. Also, you don't have the problem of itunes deleting your music like it has been known to do.
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I have 70Gb on a 160Gb iPod, and all the CDs to match. The problem I have is that iTunes is the only practical way for the touch, so unless they allow Winamp to be used with the touch I will have to stick with my old style iPod. I hope the 4.0 operating system allows 3rd party software to work, if it does then there's a 128Gb iPod touch in my future, if it doesn't then there isn't. The touch actually has two memory devices, so a 128Gb chip allows a 256Gb touch or a 128Gb iPhone. The 64Gb parts are currently going in to mass production, which allows 128Gb touch and 64Gb phones.
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I use my old shuffle for listening to books. It's small and cheap so I just keep it in my bag for when I need a book. In fact I have started loading only the book onto it and then when I am done with the book I loan it to a friend, ipod and all.
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It's just a case for the ipod shuffle. You have to already have the shuffle.
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i just baught a generation 1 itouch ipod are there any down falls of this purchase i should know of? I mean ive always wanted one and my old MP3 player died so i had no choice? It seems like a great idea it holds way more songs does a crapload more stuff and its a touch screen.
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If you think you feel bad? Try being an owner of a 80gb iPod and then having it stolen from your vehicle. Hey! S..T happens, and you have to learn to take the good with the bad. I was taken for $350.00, but I didn't go out and buy a new iPod right away. My patience paid off, now I can go get another 80gb with new added features and for a cheaper price.
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This raises an interesting question -- Why couldn't you get a great 16 GB Itouch for a IPOD / PDA / Wireless device for $399 -- with all the cool features of the IPhone + double the memory, then use a cell phone for a cell phone? That gets you all the cool features, plus the ability to carry a small flip-phone when that's all you need. Then, you pick whatever service provider you want.This is a great option -- The IPhone reminds me of the VCR+TV+DVD combo concept. Yes, it's cool to have everything integrated, but it's cheaper to buy the components. Plus, if one piece of the combo unit breaks... This raises an interesting question -- Why couldn't you get a great 16 GB Itouch for a IPOD / PDA / Wireless device for $399 -- with all the cool features of the IPhone + double the memory, then use a cell phone for a cell phone? That gets you all the cool features, plus the ability to carry a small flip-phone when that's all you need. Then, you pick whatever service provider you want.This is a great option -- The IPhone reminds me of the VCR+TV+DVD combo concept. Yes, it's cool to have everything integrated, but it's cheaper to buy the components. Plus, if one piece of the... » Read More This raises an interesting question -- Why couldn't you get a great 16 GB Itouch for a IPOD / PDA / Wireless device for $399 -- with all the cool features of the IPhone + double the memory, then use a cell phone for a cell phone? That gets you all the cool features, plus the ability to carry a small flip-phone when that's all you need. Then, you pick whatever service provider you want.This is a great option -- The IPhone reminds me of the VCR+TV+DVD combo concept. Yes, it's cool to have everything integrated, but it's cheaper to buy the components. Plus, if one piece of the combo unit breaks... « Show Less
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I do not have ipod either.I got 3 sets of CDs at walmart they work great the machine is alittle slow on loading CDs but when you get it loaded its lots of fun average cost at walmart was around 40 for 5 CDs if you have surround hooked up to your tv and it has the places to hook jacks into thats when it gets good Hope to have helped
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Since this cable is hard to find, this is what i did -- but if you do it, always check with a licensed and insured and reliable electrician first -- also, you may be able to find this cable on ebay for $15 to $20 including shipping. but if you can't wait, this is what i did: get the iPod cable instead, and each of the yellow, red, and white cable has two wires inside. I reversed the 2 wires in the yellow cable (cut the yellow cable, and connect the center wire to the outer wire and vice verse), and then cut the white and red one so that the center wire is connected but the outer wire is not connected. It then works for all video, and left and right audio. also, you can probably just do the one for yellow cable and it is good for the video signal. and just use the headphone output to connect to the TV or the amp... make sure you don't set the volume too loud though. If it is not the iPod cable but the camcorder A/V cable, then the wiring setting is different but can be done in a similar fashion. again, check with a licensed and insured and reliable electrician first, as I disclaim all liability and do this at your own risk.
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Brad, there are some that cost even more than these. They are not for the iTunes crowd who are happy with audio that is not perfect; unless they have money to burn to use these on a format that they won't get the full benefit from.Personally, I would never buy these as I'd be too afraid of damaging them when I travel for business which is when I listen to music with earphones.
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Hi Michelle! I bought this to use when I went jogging. I found the performance to be poor. I had much better luck buying an ancient 16G and although it is bulkier, I am much happier with it. Yes, even the 16G speaks to current Apple software. I thought the size and capability of the shuffle were what I wanted, but I was disappointed. Hope this helps.
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I purchased it as a gift and playing his iPod was his main focus. All I remember him asking me was was there a piece missing...he called the customer service number from the manufacture and was told he had to buy a separate adapter to use his iPod. But, he loves the product. If you Contact pioneer and give them the product number they can Answer any questions you have about any of their products as long as you have the product name n number. Good luck!
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It would be perfect! Do you have an iPod? If not you can purchase a $4 wire from Radio Shack to plug into the earphone jack of a laptop or CD player. Note that you iPod should be the last generation before the current iPod because the the iPod slot is a 30-pin connector and the newer iPods have a different connector that requires a $35 adapter. Also note that there have been complaints about the adapter.
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I think you have to buy it at the same time as the computer, check Apple's Web Site or Check at an Apple Store if you have one near you. They keep changing the rules, so I am not sure what the rules now.
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I have the 3rd generation (new one) 32 GB IPOD Touch. Works great with this unit. Only problem. The IPOD played perfectly with the default dock adapter, but is a little jiggly. I took that adapter out and replaced it with the one that came with my IPOD. I could not get enough clearance. The IPOD wouldn't make the connection - wouldn't play. I replaced it with the adapter it came with. No one else has this complaint. Plays great music. Also, it's my understanding that the 2nd and 3rd gen IPOD Touch are identical physically, so it shouldn't be a problem. To be safe, this is available in store at Target for $79. 90 day return policy.
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I use the iPod Touch 5th gen for photography, and love the olloclip and YES you need an adapter. The accessory cannot be used with a case/cover, so you must remove such to use the product. Needless to say, due to its size, it is very easy to lose either the lens, adapter or both. The company use to sell two (2) iPod adapters for $9.99, but now sells another sort of bundle for $17.99: https://www.olloclip.com/order/accessories/